Exploring the Cusco jungle’s rich cacao heritage is an immersive cultural experience. Over two captivating days, travelers can discover the art of chocolate-making firsthand. From staying with a welcoming local family to visiting an organic cocoa farm, this tour offers an authentic deep dive into the region’s traditions. Guests will savor delicious meals, take in breathtaking viewpoints, and participate in a hands-on chocolate workshop. With a professional guide leading the way, this journey promises to leave a lasting impression.

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Key Points

Immersive 2-day private tour in the Peruvian jungle, including a visit to an organic cocoa farm and hands-on chocolate-making experience.
Overnight accommodation in a private room with hot water and all meals provided for an authentic local family homestay.
Scenic viewpoint stops along the journey for photo opportunities, with additional fees for pickups outside the specified areas.
Tour not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant women due to physical activity, but stroller accessible.
Tour priced from $364.00 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to start time and a reserve now, pay later option available.

Tour Overview

The private 2-day tour in the Peruvian jungle allows visitors to experience life in the jungle with a local family.

Guests will visit an organic cocoa farm and learn about chocolate-making, from fruit picking to cocoa production. This hands-on adventure includes interactive cocoa tours and tastings led by a professional guide.

Overnight accommodation is provided in a private room with hot water, and all meals are included.

The journey includes stops at scenic viewpoints for photos, though additional fees may apply for pickups from locations outside of Cusco, Ollantaytambo, or Urubamba.

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Inclusions

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are available for purchase during the tour.

Overnight accommodation is provided in a private room with hot water.

The tour includes an interactive cocoa tour and tasting experience, where travelers can learn about the chocolate-making process from farm to bar. A professional tour guide accompanies the group throughout the journey.

Pickups are available from hotels in Cusco, Ollantaytambo, or Urubamba, with stops at scenic viewpoints along the way. Additional fees may apply for pickups from other locations.

The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but is stroller accessible, and infants must sit on laps.

Pickup Information

Around 7:30 AM, the tour provider picks up participants from their hotels in Cusco, Ollantaytambo, or Urubamba.

During the journey, the tour stops at scenic viewpoints, allowing guests to capture photos.

However, additional fees may apply for pickups from locations outside the specified areas.

The tour is designed to provide a seamless and convenient experience, ensuring participants can focus on the immersive jungle adventure without hassle.

Accessibility and Participation

While the Cacao Tour in Cusco Jungle isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s stroller accessible. Infants must sit on laps during the tour.

This tour isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant women, as it involves some physical activity. Most travelers, however, can participate in this private tour for their group.

The tour includes:

Visiting an organic cocoa farm
Learning about chocolate-making
Hands-on activities like fruit picking and cocoa production
Overnight stay at the farm with all meals included.

Pricing and Cancellation Policy

The Cacao Tour in Cusco Jungle is priced from $364.00 per person, with the exact cost varying based on group size.

This private 2-day adventure includes a local family homestay, an organic cocoa farm visit, and hands-on chocolate-making.

The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to the start time. Travelers can also choose the reserve now, pay later option.

With a 5.0 rating from past participants, this immersive jungle experience is an excellent value.

Pickup is available from select locations in the Cusco region for an additional fee.

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Taking in Jungle Life

Stepping into the Peruvian jungle, the Cacao Tour offers travelers a chance to fully enjoy the daily life of a local family.

Guests will have the opportunity to:

Work alongside the family in their organic cocoa farm, learning the intricate process of cocoa bean cultivation and harvesting.
Participate in traditional cooking methods, using ingredients freshly gathered from the land.
Explore the nearby trails and waterways, discovering the diverse flora and fauna of the Amazon ecosystem.
Immerse in the local culture, engaging in conversations and learning about the customs and traditions of the community.

This intimate experience allows visitors to truly connect with the rhythms of jungle life.

Organic Cocoa Farm Experience

After exploring the local jungle trails, guests are taken to the family’s organic cocoa farm.

There, they’ll learn the intricate process of cocoa production, from harvesting the pods to fermenting and drying the beans. The tour guides provide hands-on demonstrations, allowing visitors to pick fresh cocoa pods and try their hand at processing the beans.

Guests also enjoy a chocolate tasting, savoring the rich flavors of the family’s homemade treats.

This immersive experience offers a unique perspective on sustainable agriculture and the art of chocolate-making in the heart of the Peruvian jungle.

Hands-on Chocolate-Making Workshop

Following the hands-on exploration of the cocoa farm, guests move into the heart of the chocolate-making process.

They’ll:

Learn traditional Peruvian chocolate-making techniques from the family.
Grind the cocoa beans into a paste using a traditional stone grinder.
Mix the cocoa paste with local ingredients like cinnamon, vanilla, and raw sugar.
Temper the chocolate and pour it into molds to create their own unique chocolate bars.

The interactive experience offers a deep dive into the art of artisanal chocolate production, providing guests with a newfound appreciation for the labor-intensive process behind each delectable bite.

Sum Up

This 2-day cacao tour in the Cusco jungle offers an authentic culture. Guests will stay with a welcoming local family, visit an organic cocoa farm, and learn the art of chocolate-making through hands-on workshops. With breathtaking scenery and a knowledgeable guide, this is an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Peruvian jungle.